Careworker

Remote Choice; Chesham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community care provider in Chesham is seeking Domiciliary Care Workers to assist elderly and vulnerable clients in their homes. Responsibilities include delivering personal care, supporting mobility, and providing companionship. Candidates must have a full UK driving license, strong communication skills, and be reliable. The role offers competitive pay and flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Mileage reimbursement

Paid induction and ongoing training

Support towards recognized care qualifications

Flexible working patterns

24/7 on-call support

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle essential.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care in a respectful manner.
• Support with mobility and transfers using appropriate equipment.
• Assist with medication administration after training.
• Help with meal preparation and hydration.
• Perform light household tasks.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Time-management

Reliability

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking compassionate, reliable, and dedicated individuals to join our team as Domiciliary Care Workers. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives by helping them remain independent in their own homes.

You will provide high-quality care and support to elderly and vulnerable clients, assisting them with daily living tasks such as personal care, meal preparation, and companionship.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care (washing, dressing, toileting) in a respectful and dignified manner
• Support with mobility and transfers, using appropriate equipment when necessary
• Assist with medication administration and monitoring (after training)
• Help with meal preparation, hydration, and feeding when required
• Perform light household tasks, such as cleaning or laundry
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Record and report changes in the client's health or wellbeing
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, and the care management team

Requirements

• Must have a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle (essential)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Kind, empathetic, and respectful approach to care
• Strong time-management and reliability
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, or split shifts
• Right to work in the UK

Desirable

• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with mileage reimbursement
• Paid induction and ongoing training
• Support towards recognized care qualifications
• Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle
• 24/7 on-call support from a caring and experienced team
• Career progression opportunities